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Cricklade Town Festival 2009

A Welcome!

Last year’s Circus Extravaganza Festival was the best yet and this year’s theme of Around the World in 80 Days will ensure yet another opportunity for the whole community to come together and enjoy a day of family fun. You can expect a High Street packed with stalls, entertainers, music and activities. This year sees the return of the Classic Motorcycle Rally, hosted by Elliott Motorcycles, as well as the opportunity to experience a balloon trip.

Last year the festival message from the Town Council was about the importance of volunteers to the community. We highlighted a few of the groups who are “Making A Difference”. Needless to say perhaps but this festival would not happen without the sheer hard work and enthusiasm of the organising team and their volunteer support. This is ably led by Nigel Wynne and if this year’s festival event moves you to help out then I feel sure that Nigel would love to hear from you!

The themes adopted for the festival have added a sense of fun to the day and more than a splash of colour. The banners up and down the High Street have consistently proved popular, with many local organisations and the schools contributing to this aspect of the festival. In addition there are the many floral displays throughout the Town, which add to the day’s enjoyment.

The efforts that our residents and organisations like Cricklade Bloomers have made to make Cricklade look attractive made our RHS Britain in Bloom award as the best small town in the United Kingdom possible. The festival is an opportunity to celebrate our achievements. Cricklade Town Council, along with a host of other sponsors, is once again delighted to support the event, which is a real focus for the Town and helps bring the community together. Many local organisations will be represented on the day and I would urge each and every one of you to come along, enjoy the fun and help make this yet another success for the local community.

I hope to see you all out on the High Street on Sunday 21st June!